Kendrick vs Colin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kendrick

Boy #479 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"royal ruler"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Welsh American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#479
Total SSA Count
641
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Colin

Boy #335 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"young dog, whelp"

Origin: Irish/Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

English Irish Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#335
Total SSA Count
1,035
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kendrick Rank #479
Colin Rank #335

Colin is more popular, ranked #335 vs #479 for Kendrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kendrick or Colin more popular?

Colin is more popular, ranked #335 compared to Kendrick at #479 in the United States.

What do Kendrick and Colin mean?

Kendrick means "royal ruler" (Old English origin). Colin means "young dog, whelp" (Irish/Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Kendrick and Colin boy or girl names?

Kendrick is primarily a boy name. Colin is primarily a boy name.

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